Exploring the Formation and Impact of Hurricanes

What are tropical storms called when they occur in the Atlantic Ocean?

• Hurricanes

• Typhoons

• Cyclones

• Tornadoes

In which ocean do tropical storms form and then move westwards to hit Japan and the Philippines?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which region is most likely to experience tropical storms moving into the Bay of Bengal?

• Florida

• Mexico

• Bangladesh and India

• Australia

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What kind of damage can tropical storms cause?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Droughts

• Coastal flooding and property damage

• Earthquakes

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

During which months does the hurricane season occur in the Atlantic, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and Central Pacific?

• March to August

• June to November

• January to May

• September to December

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What is the minimum sea surface temperature required for hurricane formation?

• 30°C

• 27°C

• 20°C

• 15°C

At what wind speed does a tropical storm get classified as a hurricane?

• 38 mph

• 61 km/h

• 100 km/h

• 74 mph

What is the calmest part of a tropical storm called?

• Eye wall

• Outer bands

• Eye

• Rain bands

Where are the highest wind speeds found in a tropical storm?

• Eye

• Eye wall

• Rain bands

• Outer bands

How far can the rain bands of a tropical storm extend from the eye?

• 100 km

• 200 km

• 350 km

• 550 km

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